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Bio-efficacy of selected bean genotypes and some plant powders as protectant against the seed beetle, Callosobruchus Maculatus (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae)in storage
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2022-10)Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is one of the utmost significant grain legumes in developing countries, however its production in Botswana has been failing to retain pace with annual growth rates due to post harvest ... -
Bioactive compounds, antioxidant capacity, functional and sensory properties of optimized complementary weaning flour processed from sorghum, soybean, and karkade (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) seeds
(Elservier, 2023-03)The study aimed to formulate and optimize complementary weaning flours for better antioxidants and sensory acceptability. D-optimal constrained mixture design was used to generate Eighteen formulations with a range of ... -
Biology and Ecology of Glyphosate-Resistant Giant Ragweed
(Purdue University, 2013)Giant ragweed (Ambrosia trifida L.) is a competitive annual plant found in disturbed landscapes and is the most troublesome weed in Indiana and the US Corn Belt. It is one of the most common and problematic weeds in corn ... -
Biomass productivity of Leucaena diversifolia and L. leucocephala planted in semi aris Botswana’s agroforestry system
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2008)Leucaena diversifolia and leucocephala, were planted and evaluated for leaf, pod and wood production at Malotwana, Botswana. The trial was a 2 species x 3 spacings factorial experiment in randomized complete block design ... -
Botswana Agrifood Value Chain Project Beef Value Chain Study.
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Bovine anaplasmosis in Zimbabwe: spatio-temporal distribution and environmental drivers.
(Taylor and Francis Ltd., 2024-01-27)Understanding the spatial and temporal distribution of Bovine anaplasmosis is crucial for identifying areas of high prevalence for targeted disease control. This research was aimed at modelling and mapping the B. anaplasmosis ... -
Bovine cysticercosis: prevalence, risk factors, its socio-economic effects on cattle farmers in Botswana and identification of immunogenic antigens
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2020-09)Botswana’s incidence of Taenia saginata cysticercosis following passive post-mortem inspection has increased consistently, with attendant public health and socioeconomic implications. Most published bovine cysticercosis ... -
Breed effects and heterosis for weight traits and tick count in a cross between an indigenous fat-tailed and a commercial sheep breed
(Springer Link, 2021-02-15)Ticks can compromise productivity and welfare in free-ranging sheep. Chemical tick control may not be sustainable in the long term. Alternative control measures must be sought for an integrated control programme. Birth and ... -
BRIEF COMMUNICATION: High crude protein in autumn pasture does not impair reproductive performance in sheep
(New Zealand Society of Animal Production, 2008)Embryos exposed to ammonia may degenerate or their growth enhanced (McEvoy et al., 1997). Kelly (1982) reported reproductive wastage of 24.9% in South Island sheep. New Zealand pastures contain high concentrations of crude ... -
Calcium-Ammonium Selectivity of Two Benchmark Soils from Botswana as Assessed by Competing Semi-empirical Ion Exchange Equations
(Taylor & Francis, 2015)The effectiveness of lime-ammonium-nitrate (LAN) as a nitrogen (N) fertilizer in weathered soils depends on the respective selectivity for ammonium (NH4) and calcium (Ca) by the soils. The study assessed Ca2+/NH4+ exchange ... -
A call for global action for rare diseases in Africa
(Nature Research, 2019-12-23)The 11th International Conference on Rare Diseases and Orphan Drugs (ICORD), South Africa, included the Africa-Rare initiative launch and facilitated multi-stakeholder engagement in the challenges facing, and opportunities ... -
Camel milk products: innovations, limitations and opportunities.
(BMC, 2023-03-04)Camel milk is the mainstay for millions of people in arid and semi-arid environments. In these areas, it is mainly consumed raw or after it spontaneously turns sour. Although some attempts have been made to produce dairy ... -
Camels in Botswana: Herd dynamics and future development implications
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2019)This study was conducted to assess the current status of camels kept at the Tsabong Ecotourism Camel Park (TECP) and to make recommendations for improvement of their productivity. A semi-structured questionnaire was prepared ... -
Can Axonopus compressus (Beauv.), Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers. or Eleusine indica (L.) Gaertn. be used as green solution to soils heavily polluted with crude oil?
(Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural resources, 2017)The objective of this study is to assess the survival of three grass species, Axonopus compressus (Beauv.), Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers, and Eleusine indica (L.) Gaertn. in crude oil polluted soil and propose an explanation ... -
Can indigenous plants be harnessed to control internal worms for small stock in Botswana?
(Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources, 2017)Small stock offers an opportunity to contribute to poverty reduction and to empower youth and women. Rearing of sheep and goats also opens opportunities for wealth creation, job creation and to diversify animal agriculture. ... -
Carcass analysis and meat composition of the donkey
(Asian Network for Scientific Information, 2003)The objective was to determine the meat yield, proximate and mineral composition in donkey carcasses, aged between 5-8 years. Proximate analysis of the minced carcass was done and reported as moisture, dry matter, crude ... -
Carcass characteristics and meat quality of ross 308 broiler chickens fed malted red and white sorghum-based diets
(MDPI [Commercial Publisher], 2022-06-28)In this study, the effects of malted sorghum-based diets (MSBD) on carcass characteristics and meat quality were investigated in broiler chickens. Two-week-old Ross 308 broilers were randomly allocated to three groups (each ... -
Carcass Characteristics of Lavender, Pearl Grey and Royal Purple Varieties of Domesticated Helmeted Guinea Fowl (Numida meleagris) Raised under Intensive Management System in Botswana
(Science Alert, 2016)The objective of this study was to evaluate carcass characteristics of lavender, pearl gray and royal purple varieties of domesticated helmeted guinea fowl kept under an intensive management system in Botswana. Carcass ... -
A case for gender equity in governance of the Okavango Deltafisheries in Botswana
(Wiley Online Library, 2012-05-22)Fish is a major source of livelihood for the majority of people living around the Okavango Delta in north western Botswana. Gender dynamics and governance regimes determine differential access to, and control of, resources ... -
Cattle dung in aquatic habitats alters mosquito predatory biocontrol dynamics
(Elsevier, 2022-09)Anthropogenic land use changes influence ecosystem functioning and may alter trophic interactions. Intensification of free–range pastoral farming could promote degradation of aquatic habitats, with nutrient inputs adversely ...